You who are young, make the most of your youth. Relish your youthful vigor. Follow the impulses of your heart. If something looks good to you, pursue it. But know also that not just anything goes; You have to answer to God for every last bit of it. Live footloose and fancy free—You won't be young forever. Youth lasts about as long as smoke (Eccl. 11:9-10 MSG).

What advice can I give to the next generation about life? Today, I shared the link to Kris Allen's song, "Life Like We're Dying" because this title best answers that question for me.

I also found some great advice for young people in the scripture passage from Ecclesiastes 11:9-10 (above). I love the last portion of that passage, "… Youth lasts about as long as smoke."

Did I hear an "Amen!" out there?

HIgh School Reunion. As I prepare to attend my high school reunion this coming weekend, I'm kind of melancholy about the subject of growing older. I know from experience that our youth DOES "last about as long as smoke"! 

In fact, I face that reality check every day now, as I look in the mirror—especially as I prepare to face my old friends again. [A positive note—at least they are all my age!]  

We're not "young" anymore! Yesterday, I shared TimMcGraw's song, "Live Life You Were Dying." I'm not fearful about growing older or even dying. I know where I'm going after my death. "My purpose in writing is simply this: that you who believe in God's Son will know beyond the shadow of a doubt that you have eternal life, the reality and not the illusion" (1John 5:13 MSG).

But I do have some concerns about the aging process—like retirement, my health, and (even) the evidence of aging in my appearance. [I realize this last one might seem a little vain; but I really don't like the wrinkles, weight gain, or the gray hair. What can I say? At least I'm honest, right?] 

I also hope to resolve some other issues (like relationships) and complete some important projects—like my ongoing writing project of "telling the stories that matter most." 

YouTube/KrisAllen "Live Like We're Dying"

So ... what legacy will you leave for the next generation?